Teaching about the comfort women of World War II offers a compelling case study for the social studies classroom and human rights education. The topic will educate students to become knowledgeable about the larger world and its dark histories that have been omitted or scarcely mentioned in U.S. history textbooks. This article provides high school…

Discusses reactions and attitudes of students in a women's studies course during the Gulf War. Contends that the imagery of war as a sexual, phallic event was a major topic of class discussion. Presents excerpts from teacher and student conversations. (CFR)

This training packet contains materials for predeparture and in-country sessions for Peace Corps volunteers on personal safety and handling of difficult situations. It is divided into three units. Unit 1 includes predeparture and in-country sessions that focus on personal safety issues. It is designed to increase awareness, develop strategies, and…

"Chronicle of Higher Education" presents an abundant source of the news and information for college and university faculty members and administrators. This July 16, 2004 of "Chronicle of Higher Education" includes the following articles: (1) "Who Knew?" (Guterman, Lila); (2) "Silent Treatment: A Copyright Battle…

"Chronicle of Higher Education" presents an abundant source of news and information for college and university faculty members and administrators. This November 26, 2004 issue of "Chronicle for Higher Education" includes the following articles: (1) "A Question of Degrees" (Contreras, Alan); (2) "Democratize the…